1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | RunX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
