1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 34 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 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 373 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | KB |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2405 cc |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |