1990 Ford Granada vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Granada 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 Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Leone |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |