1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Taunus. 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Taunus | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taunus | Leone |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
