1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang. 1975 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
