1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 17 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, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 221 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.
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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Stream |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |