1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 1000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |