1983 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Subaru Leone | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Leone | Vitara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |