1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2970 mm |
