1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 868 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 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Mustang | 300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3052 mm |
