1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (146 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
