1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taunus | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
