2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
