1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 24 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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2012 Honda CR-Z, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2436 mm |
