1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
