2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Presea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
