1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 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 179 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 401 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
