1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1971 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | LTD |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
