1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 13 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
