1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 33 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 86 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | i30 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |