2009 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escape | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |