2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 59 L |
