1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 1979 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | F-150 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 443 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2780 mm |