2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | YRV | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |