1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 298 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
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 | 1260 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |