1985 Subaru Leone vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Subaru Leone | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |