2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. 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, 1995 Ford Aspire, 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Aspire |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |