1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 301 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 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sportage |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |