2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |