1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 39 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 84 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 361 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |
