1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | 24 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
