1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 34 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 428 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 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 | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |