1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 443 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | X90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |