2010 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 438 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 1982 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Celica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
