1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 15 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 167 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.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
