1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Thesis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |