1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 27 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | S60 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |