1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 15 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
