1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 28 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. 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, 2007 Opel Agila, 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 (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Agila |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
