1999 Audi TT vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 31 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
