1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
