1998 Ford Contour vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 422 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Contour | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |