1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 20 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
