1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Mustang | AIV |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |