1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 462 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
