1982 Toyota Century vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 418 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Century | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Century | Mustang |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |