1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1996 Volvo S90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Volvo S90. 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | S90 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2800 mm |