1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Leone |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
