1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 23 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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, 1984 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
