1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 24 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex, 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang. 2009 Ford Flex 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. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Flex |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |