1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 16 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio, 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
