1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 15 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 223 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
