2010 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 441 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Explorer | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Explorer | Avanti |
Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2021 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2780 mm |