1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 36 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 9 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Primera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
