1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Avenger |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2766 mm |