1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
