1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 36 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 218 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 266 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
