1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Subaru Leone | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
Model | Leone | Magna |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |