2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Viva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |