1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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 Mazda Familia, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
