1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 37 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang. 2008 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Navara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
