1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 260 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 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 Mazda 5, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |