1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |