1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1973 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1973 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2814 mm |
