1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 27 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 216 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Mustang | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
