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 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 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 34 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 1978 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 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 | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |