1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 705 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
