1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 28 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1983 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |