1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 33 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
