1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 8 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 30 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.
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, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Graduate | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
