1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | 145 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
