1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 973 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 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2881 mm |