2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |