2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP) has 476 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
