1983 Toyota Cressida vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 421 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Cressida | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Cressida | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
