1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
