2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 672 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
