2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |