1993 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera, 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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Primera |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |