1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3050 mm |
