1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 67 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | 780 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |