1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Tempo | Leone |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |