1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 49 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1991 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 964 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
