1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |