1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Silverado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3650 mm |