2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 298 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Mustang 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mustang Corona
Year Released 2000 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 135 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm


 

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