1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1966 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 280 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
