2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 268 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
