1981 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 47 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Leone |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
