1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 TVR 2500 (107 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 TVR 2500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 222 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500.
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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | 2500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |