2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |