2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 39 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan 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 159 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Dacia | Volvo |
Model | Logan | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |