1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 17 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 422 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.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |