1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
