1990 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 25 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Leone |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |