2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore 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 93 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (172 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore. 1991 Holden Commodore 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. 1991 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
