1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Falcon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |