2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Sonata | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
