2008 Volvo S80 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1968 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| 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 | 207 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
