1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 728 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2580 mm |
