1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 13 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Mustang | EL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
