2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-350 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2610 mm |