1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 27 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 206 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena 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 (502 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Serena. (403 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Serena. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Serena |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
