2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
