1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-7 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
