1990 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Leone |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |