2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 230 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |