2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1988 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Avalanche Mustang
Year Released 2009 1988
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1254 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2560 mm


 

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