1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 25 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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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 (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
