1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
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 Scion xD, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Mustang | xD |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 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 | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
