1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 131 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (178 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
