2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
