1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 663 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
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1981 Ford Mustang | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | D-MAX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3060 mm |