1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 944 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
