1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1061 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.
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 (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 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 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Ram |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |