1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 547 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3052 mm |
