1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Mustang 2010 Volkswagen Touran
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Mustang Touran
Year Released 1995 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm


 

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