1999 Subaru Forester vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
