1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 97 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Mustang | Avanti |
Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |