2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Volvo | Avanti |
| Model | XC60 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2780 mm |
