1992 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
