1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 536 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Coupe |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |