1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |