2005 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 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 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
