1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Titan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3560 mm |
