1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 480 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | XC90 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |