1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 401 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1974 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1974 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Taurus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2868 mm |