1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang. 2008 Ford E-150 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. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Mustang | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |
