1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang. 1992 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Ford Mustang | 1992 Audi V8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | V8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |