1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1990 Ford Mustang and 1990 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |