1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 186 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1970 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Mustang | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2300 mm |
