2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 492 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.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2002 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford Taurus | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Leone |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |