2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
