2007 Volvo V50 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
