1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 242 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Lexcen | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Lexcen | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |