1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
