1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 749 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
