1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | V70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2760 mm |
