2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa 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 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 114 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, 1998 Honda Capa, 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 (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
