1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Kia Joice

To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 107 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Ford Mustang 2000 Kia Joice
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Joice
Year Released 1983 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2730 mm