1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 164 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 Kia Optima, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Optima |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2797 mm |