2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown 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 113 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |