1982 Subaru Leone vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 388 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Subaru Leone | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Corona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |