1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
