1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Subaru Leone | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Leone | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |