1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corolla | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Mustang |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 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 | 740 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |