1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 38 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 226 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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, 2009 Honda HR-V, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
