1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 293 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | 1300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |