1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1255 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Spur | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
