2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 362 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Model F |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
