2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | MPV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
