1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 41 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 481 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 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| 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 | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
