2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 38 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 40 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Raider | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
