1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
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1969 Ford Mustang | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |