1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
