1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |