1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-150 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3520 mm |