2005 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Omega | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
