1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Mustang |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1603 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 |