1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Alpine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |