2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 765 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
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2007 Ford Mustang | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |