1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 42 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 526 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (352 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Voyager. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |
