1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 920 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 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Tundra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3270 mm |