1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Skyline | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
