2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 413 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | 390 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |