1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
