1980 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
