1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mustang | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
