2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
