1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 30 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, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 53 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Forte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
