1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera 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 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 31 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera. 2010 Hyundai Azera 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. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Azera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
