1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |