1995 Holden Commodore vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Commodore | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Commodore | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |