1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Primera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
