1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 32 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Stream |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |