1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 5 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 254 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Berlina |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |