1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 463 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
