1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Avensis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |