1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 7 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 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 | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
