1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 11 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |