1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 28 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 136 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.
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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | MPV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
