1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 32 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 399 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
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1981 Ford Mustang | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Genesis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1865 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |