1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |