1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem 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 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 68 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (128 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
