1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 96 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Cube |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |