2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 47 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (503 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
