1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | S60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
