1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 395 kg more than 1982 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |