2002 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 159 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |