1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 20 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 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 | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
