2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |