2001 Ford Econoline vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1075 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econoline | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |