2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 64 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 407 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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, 1985 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
