1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 29 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 216 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 409 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
