1998 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | MPV | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
