1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 543 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Nitro |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |