1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3560 mm |
