1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2645 mm |
