1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 39 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 507 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang. 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
