1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Luce | Leone |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |