1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 21 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | Vanden Plas |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 394 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |