1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 14 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT. 2010 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | TT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |