2006 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 424 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 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |