1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Leone |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |