1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 505 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 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, 2010 Lexus RX, 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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang. 2010 Lexus RX 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. 2010 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Ford Mustang | 2010 Lexus RX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | RX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |