1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | V70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
