2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 677 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
