1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett

To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Mustang 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
Make Ford Volvo
Model Mustang P 210 Duett
Year Released 1996 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 67 HP
Torque 556 Nm 144 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm


 

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