1992 Renault Alpine vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang. 1997 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Alpine | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Alpine | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
