2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 788 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |