2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |