2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 397 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Mustang | S2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72 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 | 1387 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
