1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
