2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
