1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 16 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
