1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |