2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 412 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic, 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
