2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1319 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-250 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
