2001 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |