1995 Acura Legend vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |