1972 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 815 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |