2011 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 kg more than 1983 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1983 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Mustang | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Celica |
Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 412 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 528 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |