1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 29 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 801 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Territory |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3984 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |