1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 448 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
