1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 290 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 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
