2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 469 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Yaris | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |