1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Yaris |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |