2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
