2003 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1965 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 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Polo | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
