1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |