1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 28 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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, 2006 Toyota Tazz, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
