1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Pod |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
