1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang. 1997 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
