1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 654 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
