1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
