2005 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |