1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
