1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 264 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3250 mm |