1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 396 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |