2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Sable | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
