1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 45 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 875 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.
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1965 Ford Mustang | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |