2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 562 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
