1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1061 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Silverado |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3645 mm |