2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica 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 31 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |