2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
