2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ikon | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
