2005 Volvo S40 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 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 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S40 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S40 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
