1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 665 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mustang | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
