1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 31 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 207 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda, 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Mustang | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
