1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 66 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
