1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
