1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-250 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
