1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 417 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | XT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
