1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 408 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 924 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |