1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 26 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 157 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 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 | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
