1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 120 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
