1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 25 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, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
