1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |