1990 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
