1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | V8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
