1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 872 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
