1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 59 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | HR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |