1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 24 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, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 265 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Carens |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |