2002 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 32 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
