2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 473 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Taurus | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |