1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX

To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 20 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 189 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 480 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Ford Mustang 1991 Nissan 100 NX
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang 100 NX
Year Released 1971 1991
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 503 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1320 mm