1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 170 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 (503 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
