1984 Austin Montego vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. 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, 1988 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
