1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 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 |