1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2010 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 2010 Ford Mustang
Make Holden Ford
Model Berlina Mustang
Year Released 1999 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 229 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1603 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1425 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2720 mm


 

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