1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2002 Jeep Liberty is newer by 36 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 556 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
