2007 Ford Edge vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Edge | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
