1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
