1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 785 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Thunderbird | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
