1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino 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 43 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1975 Ford Torino | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Torino |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |