2009 Honda Stream vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 1995 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Stream | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
