1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2776 mm |
