1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 291 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
