1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 554 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |
