2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 67 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 (414 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |