1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 18 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 67 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.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
