1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Hyundai i10

To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 21 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Mustang 2012 Hyundai i10
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Mustang i10
Year Released 1991 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2301 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 78.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 3565 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1595 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2380 mm


 

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