1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 747 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Tercel |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |