1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
