1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 28 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 181 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. 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, 1999 Kia Elan, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1999 Kia Elan | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Elan |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |