1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Toyota Previa

To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 31 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Mustang 1992 Toyota Previa
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mustang Previa
Year Released 1970 1992
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7014 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 207 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2530 mm


 

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