2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 636 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Cervo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |