1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 257 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |