1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
