1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 32 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
