1992 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 322 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Leone |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |