1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
