1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Mustang 1999 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Mustang Today
Year Released 1981 1999
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1400 mm