1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 21 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. 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, 2011 Renault Duster, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Duster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2673 mm |