2002 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Cervo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |