1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-250 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |