1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taunus | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
