1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1565 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3099 mm |
