2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 762 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Starlet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |