1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 23 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Mustang | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Expedition |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |