2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 124 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 464 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 (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2080 mm |
