1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford Mustang 1995 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Mustang Today
Year Released 1997 1995
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 590 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 728 Nm 57 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1400 mm


 

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