2006 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Ford | Avanti |
| Model | Escape | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
