1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Verossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4733 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
