1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 28 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 696 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.
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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Trajet |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |