1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 862 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 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
