2009 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |