1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
