1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
