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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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 (556 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (349 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |
