1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang 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 334 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 552 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
