1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |