1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1991 Volvo 440
To start off, 1991 Volvo 440 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 440, 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1991 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
