1969 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Volvo P 1800 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Volvo | Avanti |
Model | P 1800 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |