1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 26 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang. 2011 Hyundai Accent 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. 2011 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Ford Mustang | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Accent |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |