1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 241 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
