1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 164 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
