2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1946 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |