1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Cressida |
Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |