1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
