1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 496 kg more than 1953 Triumph TR2. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Mustang | TR2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |