1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
