2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 420 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
