1999 Renault Laguna vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 95 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.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
