1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |