1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.

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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Mustang 2010 Honda Fit
Make Ford Honda
Model Mustang Fit
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2301 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4800 RPM
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 1143 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 40 L


 

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