1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 155 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |