1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
