1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 256 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Touran |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1550 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 | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |