1975 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 116 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Leone |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |