1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Today |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |