1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 975 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
