1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Leone | E-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |