1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Ram |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |