1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang 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 69 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 202 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. 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 1996 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2645 mm |
