1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 94 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ford Mustang | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Verada |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |