1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
