1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 13 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 131 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
