2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 197 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
