1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox 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 48 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | Fox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
