2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 249 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-350 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2610 mm |