1979 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corona | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |