2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-350 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2470 mm |
