1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 354 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Mustang | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
