2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 417 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (310 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
