1964 Checker Town vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 365 kg more than 1981 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Town | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2560 mm |
