1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |