1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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 (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Getz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1250 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
