1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Leone |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |