1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
