1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 35 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, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 244 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
