1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 540 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | MPV |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |