1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 253 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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1981 Ford Mustang | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |