2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 358 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Lumina | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |