1992 Renault Alpine vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Alpine | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Alpine | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
