2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Mustang | Avanti |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 442 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |