1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
