1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 30 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 (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 201 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus. 2002 Hyundai Equus 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. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Equus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 271 Nm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |