1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 980 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 |
