1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1058 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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Ram |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |