1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
