2009 Volvo V70 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1978 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70, 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V70 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Volvo | Avanti |
| Model | V70 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
