2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 914 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Expedition 1979 Avanti Avanti
Make Ford Avanti
Model Expedition Avanti
Year Released 2004 1979
Engine Size 5407 cc 6570 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 443 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2494 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2780 mm


 

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