1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 17 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, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 5 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, 2003 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | TF |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
