2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
