1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
