1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
