1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 29 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (212 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
