1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3150 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
