1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 755 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ, 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | iQ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 32 L |
