1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 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 (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
