2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Vivio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Vivio |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |