1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 417 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
