2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 406 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |