1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |