2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z 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 214 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 338 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
