2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |