1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 28 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 15 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tracker | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
