1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 38 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 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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, 2008 Toyota Celica, 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Mustang | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Celica |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |