2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Equator | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
