1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
