1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
