2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |