1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 25 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Volvo S60.
Because 2009 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
