2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP) has 334 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | SSR | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
