1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Ford Torino
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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 32 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Torino |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
