1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 22 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), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 233 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
