1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2580 mm |
