1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 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 73 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Volvo 240. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | 240 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |