1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 134 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
