1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 22 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 817 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Today |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |