2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928. 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 (529 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 928 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |