1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
