1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin is newer by 14 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 654 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Suzuki Twin, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Twin |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1810 mm |