1982 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 16 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
