1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 736 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Leone | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |