1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Avanti | Dodge |
Model | Avanti | Ram |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |