1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 351 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3246 mm |