1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |