1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 4 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 35 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 694 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | SP |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
