2002 Acura CL vs. 1994 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 1994 Ford Mustang
Make Acura Ford
Model CL Mustang
Year Released 2002 1994
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 59 L


 

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