1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 213 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |