1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (254 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
