1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 21 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 316 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mustang | BLS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
