2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 367 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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 (310 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | Fox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
