1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 863 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.
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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
