1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |