2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 671 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Econoline | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |