1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 33 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |