1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 28 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Accent |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
