1965 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Mustang | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | MR2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |