2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 136 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
