1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona.
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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |