1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 313 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus, 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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
