2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP) has 443 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
