1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 926 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3310 mm |