1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 52 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Mustang | 2.5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |