1967 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Crown | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Crown | Mustang |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |