1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Model F |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
