2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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 (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |