1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2896 mm |