2003 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 325 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 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.

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2003 Audi A6 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
Make Audi Volvo
Model A6 P 210 Duett
Year Released 2003 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 67 HP
Torque 235 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm