1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2560 mm |
