1983 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone.
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, 1988 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
