2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
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 Nissan Almera, 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 (447 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
