1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 14 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1065 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.
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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |
