1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 922 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
