1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
