1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
