1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 44 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 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.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Mustang |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |