2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |