2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 TVR 400. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR 400. (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR 400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |