1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lancia Dialogos

To start off, both 1999 Ford Mustang and 1999 Lancia Dialogos were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dialogos, 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. 1999 Lancia Dialogos has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lancia Dialogos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Mustang 1999 Lancia Dialogos
Make Ford Lancia
Model Mustang Dialogos
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1924 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 186 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1370 kg


 

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