1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 31 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
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, 2000 Proton Perdana, 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Mustang | Perdana |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |