1984 Subaru Coupe vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. Both 1984 Subaru Coupe and 1989 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 117 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru Coupe | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
