2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 745 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |