1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 264 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Mustang 2004 Nissan Frontier
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang Frontier
Year Released 1994 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 3278 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 274 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.9 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 83 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1654 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2860 mm