1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Nissan Presea

To start off, 1996 Nissan Presea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea.

Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Mustang 1996 Nissan Presea
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang Presea
Year Released 1989 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2590 mm


 

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