1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang 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 89 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
