1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 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 (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | S60 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
