2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1963 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 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Prizm | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
