1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 15 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Touran |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |