1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 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 108 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
