1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 43 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |