1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 123 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 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Ford Mustang | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | CC |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2708 mm |