1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 352 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Berlina |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |