1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | iOn |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |