1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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 Ford Edge, 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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Edge |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
