2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | 24 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
