1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 559 kg more than 1986 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2789 mm |
