1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 38 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |