1967 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 68 kg more than 1967 Ford Mustang.
Because 1967 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1967 Ford Mustang | 1996 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Elantra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |