1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |