1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 661 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
