2010 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 752 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2580 mm |
