1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |