1967 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Ford Mustang.
Because 1967 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1967 Ford Mustang | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Solara |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |