1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Econovan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |