1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | S |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |