1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 74 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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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 (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Cube |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1215 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |