1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 19 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 28 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 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
