1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 18 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Carol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
