1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 389 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 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |
