1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 79 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 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |