1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 32 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |