1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 468 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
