1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
