1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Monterey 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 1972 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone, 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Monterey | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Monterey | Leone |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |