1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina, 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Grand Livina |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |