2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 12 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
