1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 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) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mustang | 131 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
