1997 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 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 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
