1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 469 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
