1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
