2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 113 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, 1997 Acura EL, 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Mustang | EL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |