1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1979 Datsun Laurel is newer by 1 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun Laurel (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 3 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Datsun Laurel (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | Laurel | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
