1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 18 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Levante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
