1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
