1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 6 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 54 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 306 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |