1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306, 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 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 306 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
