1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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 17 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
