1977 Subaru Leone vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Leone | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
