1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mustang | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
