2007 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 61 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
