2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Parati 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 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Parati |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
