1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Leone | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
