2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
