1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Yaris |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |