1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 835 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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.
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1965 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Xterra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |