1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 29 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | C30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
