1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 16 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mustang | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mustang | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
