1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
