1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mustang | Fabia |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |