1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 39 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | B2300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |