1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 21 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (171 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
