1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Coupe | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |