1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Ford Mustang | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |