2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 138 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 1990 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Mustang 1990 Nissan Pintara
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang Pintara
Year Released 2000 1990
Engine Size 4601 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 168 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2560 mm


 

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