1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 41 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 182 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | SX4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |