1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang.
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 Suzuki Reno, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Reno |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |