1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
