2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
