1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 19 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 350 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 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Mustang | BLS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |