2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |