1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1989 Ford RS 200 and 1989 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 1989 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | RS 200 | Leone |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |