1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Ford Escort

To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Avanti Avanti 1985 Ford Escort
Make Avanti Ford
Model Avanti Escort
Year Released 1965 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.2:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 196 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2410 mm


 

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