1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 14 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | TF |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |