1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
