1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 575 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
