1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 220 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
