2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 112 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Model F |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
