1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 110 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |